Public Works Director

The Public Works Director oversees and manages the Public Works Department, including streets, , stormwater, sanitation, public grounds, parks, traffic signs & signals, facility maintenance, fleet maintenance, and other related activities. This position involves complex supervisory, administrative, technical, and professional duties, with responsibility for planning, organizing, directing, and supervising all department operations. The Director reports to the City Manager’s Office and is accountable for strategic planning, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This leadership role requires strong managerial skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to providing efficient services and maintaining public infrastructure. *The following functions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of the specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.* **Leadership & Management**: - Lead, direct, and supervise the Public Works Department, including staff in operations, maintenance, engineering, and planning. Determines work procedures, work schedules, and guidelines. - Develop and implement strategic goals, objectives, and work plans to improve public infrastructure and services. - Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to develop and retain a skilled, customer-focused staff. Foster a positive work environment through effective management practices that align with the City’s mission and values. - Ensure effective communication and collaboration among department staff, other city departments, external agencies, contractors, and community stakeholders.**Budgeting & Financial Management**: - Prepare and manage the Public Works budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility. - Monitor expenses, track expenditures, and implement cost-saving measures where appropriate. - Identify funding sources, including grants, and manage public works projects funded through federal, state, or local programs. - Prepares special reports for the City Manager and City Council as needed. - Develops and oversees the preparation of specifications and bid documents for a variety of public works and public utilities-related designs, construction, and maintenance projects; recommends contract awards, negotiates contract provisions and coordinates, reviews and approves contractor’s performance. - Plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates the programs, services, staffing, equipment, and infrastructure of the Public Works Department in alignment with city policies. Assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures, and allocates resources as needed to optimize performance **Operations & Maintenance**: - Oversee the maintenance, repair, and improvement of public infrastructure, including streets, stormwater systems, public grounds, parks, facilities, fleet, and traffic signs & signals, etc. - Ensure that Public Works projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet all applicable quality standards. - Implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize unplanned downtime and extend the lifespan of public assets. - Provides input into the development or update of the Capital Improvement Program, and other plans involving the municipal infrastructure. **Project Management & Planning**: - Lead the planning and execution of large-scale infrastructure projects, including oversight of design, construction, and implementation. - Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations. - Develop and implement long-term infrastructure plans to meet community needs and growth projections. - Coordinates the preparation of reviews and updates the stormwater and street/traffic system maps, data bases, and comprehens…